Hanson Crossborder Tax Professional Corporation

Elena Hanson provided me and our company with the advice and service to address several cross-border taxation issues at both corporate and personal levels. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional in sorting out what needs to be done for Canadians doing business in the US.

I sought Elena's assistance to prepare a mock up of my US Estate tax returns as I wanted to understand the potential tax exposure as well as the process and information required to file such a return so my Estate and Executor may be prepared for such eventuality.We had an initial phone consult, I completed a questionnaire, satisfied myself that the data collected would be secure, signed a contract and paid a deposit. About two months later, with the Xmas and NY holidays intervening, I received a completed assessment, with all forms required to file, background and discussion on the US Estate tax process and basically everything I asked for. I had a few questions that were also responded to in short order.I can honestly say I am very satisfied with the engagement. I had identified Hanson Cross Border via a Google search, and as with any such search, I had to admit I was apprehensive about handing over very private financial information and as to whether Hanson had the wherewithal to undertake what to me was a unique request. After talking to Elena, and concluding that her Company was very experienced in US Estate tax matters and had actual filing experience, I took the plunge.The final report out was professional, and succint..everything I needed and expected.

Elena is in a word, terrific. She is knowledgeable, energetic and hard working yet equally relaxed and happy. Her calm, almost joyous reassurance regarding complicated tax matters is a God send to me who is generally caused anxiety by tax season. Her availability is noteworthy. The first time I called her office I was put on the phone with Elena herself who freely gave me a non-stop flow of information interspersed with a calming 'don't worry I'll take care of this' attitude. If I send an email at 10pm I am likely to get a reply at 10:05. She is not inexpensive but her efforts resulted in two governments owing me money rather than me owing them the $7000 the previous accountant had calculated. The best thing is that I feel certain my taxes are under control and done properly to the best advantage within the legal limit. Elena is money well spent.

The team at Hanson Crossborder Tax is the BEST partner! Running a business in the Canada and the US can be challenging especially if the accounting team doesn't get it". The Hanson team not only understands

We have dealt with Elena and Hanson Crossborder Tax and they certainly know their business. They have always been professional and personable.They were a great help to us with a difficult return.It is so nice to deal with someone who actually takes the time to return calls and emails almost immediatelyWould definitely recommend them!!

After speaking with several cross-border tax accountants and lawyers, my parents and I had an initial consultation with Elena to discuss some of their estate tax planning and departure tax planning needs. Elena was by far the most knowledgeable of anyone we spoke to; its clear that cross-border tax is her bread and butter and she knows her stuff in and out. Her depth of knowledge is hard to come by and we're looking forward to engaging her.

Having become a Canadian Trustee of a US Trust has been fraught with difficulties and stress, especially when my training has not included cross-border accounting. After 2 years, of hiring and paying for professionals on both sides of the border that did not know what they were doing, I found myself in a real mess - then I found Elena. I wish that I had found Hanson Crossborder Inc from the onset. Elena and her staff have been nothing short of a miracle. The responsiveness, professionalism, knowledge and patience that they have demonstrated has been exemplary. I highly recommend their services.

I met Elena through a personal recommendation 5 years ago and have been so grateful to have had her help with some very complex tax returns. I have especially appreciated her tax planning advice and detailed explanations to my questions. She is always available - sometimes responding to my e-mails late at night to set up a time to talk. Her depth of knowledge and understanding of how to correctly balance both US and Canadian returns to maximize tax benefit on both sides is definitely worth mentioning - it is very impressive. I am also amazed at her memory on our specific returns and what we are trying to accomplish. And when there was an audit, she was there without any issue and resolved any concerns. Solid, competent, highly regarded. Definitely recommend!

I have been a client of Hanson Crossborder for 3 years. I have used several firms in the past for my cross-border taxes and in my opinion, Elena and her team are by far the best!Elena’s firm is professional, well-organized and runs like a ‘well-oiled machine’. Her knowledge regarding cross-border tax law is second-to-none. When a tax issue arises, she is very responsive to requests/questions, whether by email or phone.Although you may find other firms that offer tax services for less, it has been my experience that there’s tremendous value in having your taxes done correctly, thus avoiding the administrative hassle and additional fees required for future amendments. Highly recommend!

Elena and her team were referred to us through a immigration lawyer. From our first meeting 4 years ago she was professional and very pleasant to deal with. Her knowledge of both the Canadian and US tax systems are extraordinary (hence why she does the cross border taxes for some of the professional athletes who play for the Toronto teams). Elena and her team manage both our Canadian and US business and personal tax returns. I've been reading some of the bad reviews which in my experience is not justified. US tax laws are so complicated that Elena and her team want to keep you on the right side of the law. In fact, my accountant who manages my Canadian business, is American, uses Elena for his US personal tax return. Thank you Elena and team for your guidance in this complicated field.